Untranslatability

/ʌntɹanslˌeɪtəbˈɪlɪti/

/ʌntɹænslˌeɪɾəbˈɪlɪɾi/

Untranslatability

the condition when a word, phrase, or concept from one language lacks an equivalent or precise translation in another language due to cultural, linguistic, or contextual differences

Examples

1. This is famous for it's untranslatability.

2. So, in my project, I redefine untranslatability as the co-existence of the original alongside its translation.

3. This project examines how untranslatability facilitates intercultural and critical dialogues.